February 21, 2008 - Sigma Xi: Honor Society of Scientists and Engineers

Sigma Xi is the honor society of research scientists and engineers. It is an international, multidisciplinary society whose programs and activities promote the health of the scientific enterprise, reward excellence in scientific research and encourage a sense of companionship and cooperation among scientists in all fields.

Scientists and engineers are elected to Sigma Xi based on their research potential or achievements. Today, the society includes nearly 60,000 active members. 

For more information about being nominated for Sigma Xi, please email UMaine's chapter contact Sara Lindsay at slindsay@maine.edu

For more information about Sigma Xi, you can also visit www.sigmaxi.org